What is the cheapest way to get from Fresno to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Fresno to El Cajon is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fresno to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Fresno to El Cajon is to fly and tram which takes 4h 33m and costs $85 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Fresno and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Fresno station to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Fresno Bus Station and arriving at Fashion Valley Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 and Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Fresno to El Cajon?

The distance between Fresno and El Cajon is 348 miles. The road distance is 347.5 miles.

How do I travel from Fresno to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Fresno to El Cajon without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 10m and costs $85 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Fresno to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Fresno to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fresno to El Cajon bus from?

Fresno to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Fresno Bus Station.

Where does the Fresno to El Cajon bus arrive?

Fresno to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Fresno to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Fresno to El Cajon is 347 miles. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Fresno to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1285+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Fresno to El Cajon - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Fresno to El Cajon by plane, tram, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to San Diego International Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane FAT - SAN
2. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 33m
$85–271
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
12h 28m
$58–106
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Fresno to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 10m
$87–164
Bus, train via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Fresno to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
10h 34m
$65–147
Drive 345.5 mi
1. Drive from Fresno to El Cajoncar 345.5 mi
5h 50m
$63–92
Fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane FAT - CLD
2. Take the taxi from Carlsbad-Airport-CLD to El Cajontaxi
7h 9m
$221–511
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 12m
$65–135

Fresno to El Cajon by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

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9h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345.8 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Fresno, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Fresno Bus Station to El Cajon Station via Oceanside Transportation Center, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, UTC Transit Center, Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct, Fashion Valley Transit Center, and Fashion Valley Station in around 12h 28m.

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